Private Full Day tour Alexandria City From Cairo Giza hotels
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Alexandria is at least 10-12 hours round trip from Cairo so it pays to use your time effectively. Make the absolute most of those precious hours on this door-to-door tour that covers the library, the corniche and harbor, the site of the lighthouse, the Citadel of Qaitbay, the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, . Explore Alexandria in style with an Egyptologist guide See highlights of the city ancient, modern, and Islamic Learn about Alexandria’s fascinating heritage from your personal guide Travel from Cairo in comfort with door-to-door round-trip transfers
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6,7,8,9 am we start your tour to Alexandria the second largest city in Egypt, capital of Egypt for nearly thousand of year Alexandria was founded by Alexander the great which has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern and is famous for its Roman remains.
Your first stop in this historic city is the catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock 1st or 2nd century .
The "Pompey Pillar," also known as Egypt's most revered memorial column, stands tall as a symbol of historical significance. Fashioned from solid red granite, this colossal structure reaches a staggering height of approximately 28 meters, while its base boasts an impressive diameter of 2.7 meters. Adorning the upper portion of the western side lies an inscription inscribed in the elegant language of Greek. This inscription pays homage to the esteemed Emperor Diocletian, known for his unwavering commitment to justice and his role as the guardian of Alexandria. It also acknowledges the monumental efforts of Postumus, the esteemed Prefect of Egypt, who oversaw the erection of this magnificent monument. Through its grandeur and historical relevance, the Pompey Pillar serves as a testament to Egypt's rich heritage and enduring legacy.
: The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria is considered one of the most important defensive strongholds in Egypt and along the Mediterranean coast. In the 15th century A.D., it was essential to Alexandria's fortifications. The Citadel resides at the entrance of the eastern harbor on the east point of Pharos Island. It was erected on the site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The lighthouse continued to function until the time of the Arab conquest. Several disasters occurred, and the shape of the lighthouse was changed to some extent, but it continued to work. Restoration began during Ahmed Ibn Tulun (about 880 A.D). During the 11th century, an earthquake damaged the octagonal part. The bottom survived but could only serve as a watchtower, so a small Mosque was built on the top. In the 14th century, a destructive earthquake destroyed the building. optional stop for lunch at fish market
The Library of Alexandria was one of the ancient world's most famous and influential libraries. It was located in Alexandria, Egypt, and was built in the third century BC by the great ruler Ptolemy I Soter. The library was designed to house a vast collection of books and manuscripts, including works on philosophy, mathematics, science, and literature. It quickly became a center of learning and culture in the ancient world, and its influence extended far beyond Alexandria. The Library of Alexandria was renowned for its immense collection of books and manuscripts. It was said to have contained up to 500,000 scrolls and was one of the largest collections of knowledge in the ancient world. The library was also home to several famous scholars and thinkers, including the mathematician Euclid and the astronomer Eratosthenes.
then transfer back to Cairo with our private car and guide
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cairo down town only and giza hotels
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(39)
Had ann excellent experience. Getting a private guide and driver is the way to go you have plenty of flexibility and it’s more comfortable.
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I highly recommend this tour. We saw everything we wanted to and Bisho, our guide, was excellent in his knowledge regarding the places we went to. Both him driver were very accommodating and friendly. The car was exceptionally clean an well air conditioned. I will definitely use this tour company again. Loved it.
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Bisho was a great driver and guide. He has good knowledge of a wide array of topics. If you have him, you won't need anything else.
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A whole day of excitement as soon as you leave your hotel door! Ehab was a great guide that knew exactly how to make the most of an intense day. The road to Alexandria from Cairo is a beautiful drive through desert landscapes, and every site in Alexandria is breathtaking. So many historical and cultural phases in one single city. Highly recommended tour, especially with Ehab and Teto!
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
Our English-speaking driver Youssef was punctual. His vehicle was clean and the A/C worked well. He was patient and didn't rush us. Enroute from Cairo to Alexandria, he imparted information about the landmarks we were viewing. In Alexandria, our tour guide was Karam. He was very knowledgeable and was able to intelligently answer all my questions, which leads me to believe he was not just parroting a script. We visited the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the Library of Alexandria, and the Citadel of Qaitbay. All were impressive sights with interesting histories. After our ~3-hour tour, we had lunch at the Fish Market, a seaside restaurant, not a fish market. We enjoyed the view of the Bay of Alexandria and the Citadel of Qaitbay through the large windows surrounding the restaurant. We also appreciated the A/C in the height of summer in Egypt. All told, I highly recommend this tour. Our driver and guide did a great job. It was a pleasant day trip to Alexandria.
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My day trip to Alexandria with my guide Bisho was super nice. I recommend. To see Alexandria was a good plus of my visit in Egypt. It makes you see something different than the Cairo and the pyramids. I could cross the country and see some nice landscape. Besides the roads are high quality. My guide Bisho was a great man during all the trip. His english was perfect for me (and he speaks Japanese too !!). I loved it, and I recommend.
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HI, I just came back from a day trip to Alexandria, and I am not desapointed at all. Everything was fine and perfect. The guide, the city, the trip..... This one day trip is just the cherry on the cake of my visit in Egypt. Thanks to the guide, Bisho !
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First the good (but do read to the end): We visited all the sites as per the itinerary and the guide was very polite and knowledgeable. We were not rushed; they were on time; and WhatsApp communication was great. This is why I gave 4 stars, but… We paid for a private tour (which this was supposed to be), but the night before we were told that another couple would like to join us if we agreed to. They have told that same thing to the other couple! We did agree to it, so we cannot blame the company for that, but also, they did take advantage of us and made double the profit for the same work. We were not offered any compensation for this; and on top of that we were scammed with the seafood lunch - 20USD/person cash only - you det 3 small, uncleaned shrimp; 3 rings fried calamary; and a small whole fish + rice. Extremely overpriced “tourist menu” they call it! Go with the restaurant a la cart menu! Advise: If it’s your first time in Egypt: 1st lower your expectations 50% and 2nd be aware that everyone is trying to make as much money off you as possible, at all times. Egyptians are very charming and appear to have your best interest at heart, but do not be fooled! Once you are aware of the above, you can enjoy your experiences and have a fantastic vacation.
thank you for the review, as you said we got permission to join , we change car to van so it is more comforatble for you and we paid more , we got very nice guide bisho, about food, you asked the guide to eat in fish market and tyou pay for the view too and service and tax not onlt food be fair and enjoy the rest of your vacation
The ride was nice and uneventful. The tour guide knew his facts and everyone was extremely friendly. Have already recommended it to a few people. Would do it again!
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Alexandria is definitely worth a visit. The views along the Mediterranean were beautiful. Our guide Ehab was very knowledgeable and never made us feel rushed getting tons of photos. Our driver Islam was quiet but friendly
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